1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Porsche Boxster (335 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Patrol | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2420 mm |
